Your Relationships Through the Years

[Envy]

I'm finding that as I age I'm more in tune from what I give and what I expect from relationships whether they be family or friends.

I'm backing away or letting go of the ones filled with drama and negativity. I'm holding on to the ones who find a lighter and easier way to live, those who have a sense of humor about life. I'm inspired by those who, in times of difficulties, look and find a way through and help to inspire others. Those who love and care for others even if they don't get the same in return.

It's quite a turn-around from a people pleaser like I was to a person with enough self-esteem to know what I will continue to accept in my life.

Please share your thoughts about your own relationships through the years.

 

[Boltage]

Relationships suck. But then in good ones, you can lean on someone whenever you're down. They can lean on you. I went through several stupid relationships that was just retarded. I've been with my girl now for 2 and a half years. All you have to do is learn from your past relationship mistakes and fix them in the next. Not everything goes the way you want it too, but like I said.. You can rely and love someone. Not gonna go into too many details.

 

[Omnipotent]

I've come to realize that some relationships aren't meant to be (whether it be family, friend, or significant other). Trust plays a huge role... and many don't appreciate the amount of feelings put into this thing we call trust. Everybody has been put on a leash, or I have come to not care enough to even think about lies. I have a few friends now, many associates, a growing, intimate relationship, and a strong family. This is a great thread, and here is the short version of my post.

 

[coltie2]

Yes yes, that's why I keep my group SMALL. As soon as someone has drama they are out. Idc what there reason is. That may sound harsh but there is no room for that in my life

 

[cas]

I've went from having more friends than I can remember, to texting about one or two a day, associating with less than 10 at a local location of mutual interests and severing ties with anyone I feel I'm attached to. So, everyone saying I'm a lonely piece of garbage is right on the money, but then again, not really. I chose to be the way I turned out.

 

[Piadoso]

Ive felt as i get older i loose track of my relationships and who my real friends are and who i can trust.

 

[Moon Knight]

In each relationship I have been in, I've learned something new. To the point where I have now been in a relationship for just over 5 years and never been happier.

I believe that things happen for a reason and just be yourself.

 

[Deany]

I've went from having more friends than I can remember, to texting about one or two a day, associating with less than 10 at a local location of mutual interests and severing ties with anyone I feel I'm attached to. So, everyone saying I'm a lonely piece of garbage is right on the money, but then again, not really. I chose to be the way I turned out.

I'm the only one you need though bbgirl

 

[cas]

I'm the only one you need though bbgirl

I do like you guys too. I believe friends met online, through mutual interests create stronger bonds than those met out of nowhere or "fate". 

 

[Glitter Milk]

I feel like the biggest issue when it comes to relationships especially as you get older, is time.
You have to invest your time into another person in order to maintain what you guys have.
Whether it be being in school full time, working, traveling, whatever it is that you're doing for yourself, it will always be a problem.
Friends/family/partners are so quick to root you on for doing good and focusing on yourself, however, are quick to complain about the lack of time you have for them.
This is mostly an issue with growing older, and is why I have a very small circle.
They get upset because you're too busy to talk, hang out, go on adventures, etc like you guys used to, and become more distant.
Time will probably be the biggest factor as to why you don't have many left around, honestly.